Directed Electronics DB3 User manual

Designed by Installers for Installers
INSTALLATION GUIDE
DB3
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI (Smart Key). 403.VW06 1.41
© 2017 Directed, Vista CA
This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Attempts to install this
product by a person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s
electrical system and components.

Introduction 4
Vehicle function compatibilities 4
Pre-installation and application warnings 5
Wiring diagram 5
Locating components in the vehicle 7
Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver 8
Vehicle connections 10
Connecting the module 12
Module programming 13
LED diagnostics and troubleshooting 14
Soft reset 16
Hard reset 16
Feature programming 17
Feature and option list 18
Limited one year consumer warranty 18
Quick reference guide 19
Contents

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Warning! Safety first
The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:
• Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer.
• When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control. Therefore, never
operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation.
The following precautions are the sole responsibility of the user; however, authorized Directed dealers should:
• Never use a test light or logic probe when installing this unit. Always use a multimeter.
• Never operate the system in an enclosed or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).
• When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or when having the vehicle serviced, the remote start system must
be disabled using the installed toggle switch. It is the user’s sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of reach from
children all remote controls to assure that the system does not unintentionally remote start the vehicle.
• USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT TO THE VEHICLE.
ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE
STORAGE AREA MUST REMAIN CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.
Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage, personal injury, or
death. Except when performing the Safety Check outlined in this installation guide, (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with
the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the keys in the ignition. The user is responsible for having the
neutral safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear.
This testing should be performed by an authorized Directed dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this product
installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and consult with the user to fix the problem
immediately.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF
OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR PERSONAL INJURY. IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE
START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
Remote starters for manual transmission pose significant risks if not properly installed and operated. When testing to ensure the
installation is working properly, only remote start the vehicle in neutral gear, on a flat surface and with a functional, fully engaged
parking brake. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of or behind the vehicle.
This product should not be installed in any convertible vehicles, soft or hard top with a manual transmission. Installation in such
vehicles may pose certain risk.

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Introduction
DB3 is an all-in-one door lock and override module.
Warning!
This module can only be flashed and configured using DirectLink at www.directechs.com or using the Directechs
Mobile application for smartphones. Refer to “Connecting the module” for more information.
Vehicle function compatibilities
This section lists all the functions compatible with this vehicle for the installation illustrated in this guide.
Parking Lights Control
Arm Factory Security
Disarm Factory Security
Door Lock Control
Door Unlock
Driver Priority Unlock
Trunk / Hatch Release
Control of aftermarket alarm with OEM remote
Universal RF Bypass- Key Req'd
RAP Shut Down (Retained ACC Power)
Remote Start Ready
SmartStart
Tach / RPM Output
Entry Monitoring ALL Door Pins
Entry Monitoring Hood Pin
Entry Monitoring Trunk/Hatch Pin
Factory Alarm Trigger Monitoring
Brake Status (foot brake)
Door Locks Status
E-Brake Status
Ignition Status

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Pre-installation and application warnings
Firmware notes: This section highlights important information for this specific firmware and will assist in
pricing accordingly, as well as bringing awareness to any operational or vehicle limitations.
T-Harness
compatible
Keys required for
programming 1Keys required for operation 1
Unless specified otherwise, all connectors are displayed from the wire side, with the exception of the OBDII diagnostic
connector.
Important! This firmware does NOT support Immobilizer bypass. One (1) programmed OEM key must be wired into the
vehicle to complete the installation of a remote starter.
Refer to "Vehicle connections" following the wiring diagram.
General notes: This section highlights important information for this specific firmware.
[1] Tach wire is an optional connection required on some remote starters, which do not support a tach signal in D2D.
[2] For Key Wrap instructions, refer to "Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver".
[3] All information listed for the 2017 Golf R (Smart Key) is for automatic transmissions ONLY.

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Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( ).
Wiring diagram
16
8
9
1
Diagnostic
Connector OBDII
(connector side view)
Electronic Steering
Column Module
(black conn. under column)
HS CAN 1 Low:
Orange/Brown, pin 14
HS CAN 1 High:
Orange/Red, pin 6
(-) PTS 2: Violet, pin 13
(-) PTS 1: Violet/Blue, pin 4
HS CAN 2 High: Orange/Green, pin 16
HS CAN 2 Low:Orange/Brown, pin 15
1
9
2
10
3
11
4
12
5
13
6
14
7
15
8
16
Headlight Switch
(red 10-pin connector)
A1 A2 A3
(+) Brake:
Black/Red,
pin 58
13 38
1
12
37 62
73
63
(+) 12V:
Red/White,
pin 1
VESCM: Vehicle Electrical
System Control Module
(high above drivers kick) White VESCM Connector A3
(above drivers kick)
(+) Parking Lights:
Gray/Yellow, pin 3
Parking Lights Interrupt:
Red/White, pin 8
1
24
5
679
10
3
8
CUT
D2D Port
1412
10 42
TX
(+) 12V
(-) Ground
RX
XKD2D65
(+) Starter
(+) 12V
HS CAN 1 High: Tan/Black: 3
HS CAN 1 Low: Tan: 4
HS CAN 2 High: Orange/Green: 5
HS CAN 2 Low: Orange/Brown: 6
(+) Parking Light Output: Brown: 7
Parking Light Interrupt (vehicle side): Yellow: 8
Parking Light Interrupt (conn. side): Orange/Yellow: 9
Key Wrap: Orange/Red: 10
Key Wrap: Yellow/Red: 11
Key Wrap: Brown/Red: 12
(+) Ignition Status Output: Gray/Black: 7
(-) PTS 2 Output: Violet/Brown: 9
(-) PTS 1 Output: Green/Black: 2
(AC) Tach Output: Violet/White: 5
(-) Ground (-) Ground
(-) AC Tach Output
(+) Ignition Status Input

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Locating components in the vehicle
A2 A3 A1
ESCLCM - Electronic Steering Column
Lock Control Module
at Steering Column
VESCM - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module
at Driver Side under dash, above Driver Kick Panel

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- Your OEM remote may differ from the model shown in the illustrations.
- Test and secure mounted loops before reassembling the vehicle.
- Make 4-6 loops and place them around the front of the plastic body of the vehicle’s coded key as shown above.
- Remove Battery from OEM FOB prior to performing the Key Wrap.
1412
10 42
4-6 loops
Remove battery from
OEM Remote Control
OEM
Immobilizer
Receiver
Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11
NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12
Method 1: Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver (PTS)
Note:
Note: OEM immobilizer receiver is located on
the underside of the steering column, where
the ignition switch would normally be.
1412
10 42
Note: OEM immobilizer receiver is located on
the underside of the steering column, where
the ignition switch would normally be.
IMPORTANT!: Not all OEM remotes can be inserted in 556U because of their size.
Make sure the key will fit, otherwise it is recommended to use a different method.
OEM
Immobilizer
Receiver
PIN 5 Violet
PIN 1 Red
PIN 6 Green
PIN 4 Black
PIN 2 Blue
PIN 3 Violet
(+) 12V
OEM Valet Key
Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11
NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12
556U or 556UW is sold SEPARATELY.
Method 2: Immobilizer interface with 556U (PTS)

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Method 3: Key wrap for Push-to-Start (PTS) using OEM immobilizer ring
- Make 4-6 loops and place the around the front of the plastic body of the vehicle’s coded key as shown above.
- Connect with OEM Immobilier Ring as shown in the above diagram.
- When possible, use valet key for key wrap. if blade key is used, battery must be removed.
1412
10 42
4-6 loops
Remove battery from
OEM Remote Control
OEM
Immobilizer
Receiver
Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11
NC Relay 2: Orange/Red: 10
NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12
ImmobilizerECU
Note: OEM immobilizer receiver is located
on the underside of the steering column,
where the ignition switch would normally be.

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Vehicle connections
The connection information listed below is specific to the 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI (Smart Key). Refer to “Pre-installation and application warnings” for a list of important
notes.
Data 14-pin blue connector (H1)
Module Connects To
Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Ref.
H1/1 Light Green No Connection No Connection
H1/2 Violet/Yellow No Connection No Connection
H1/3 Tan/Black (DATA) HS CAN High OBD-Data Link Connector, black 16 pin plug, pin 6 Data Orange/Red
H1/4 Tan (DATA) HS CAN Low OBD-Data Link Connector, black 16 pin plug, pin 14 Data Orange/Brown
H1/5 Orange/Green (DATA) HS CAN High Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,
pin 16 Data Orange/Green
H1/6 Orange/Brown (DATA) HS CAN Low Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,
pin 15 Data Orange/Brown
H1/7 Brown Relay N.O. Pk Light Output Headlight Switch, red 10 pin plug, pin 3 + Gray/Yellow
H1/8 Yellow Relay COM Parking Lights Interrupt Headlight Switch, red 10 pin plug, pin 8 Cut Red/White
H1/9 Orange/Yellow Relay N.C. Parking Lights Interrupt Headlight Switch, red 10 pin plug, pin 8 Cut Red/White
H1/10 Orange/Red Relay N.C. Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil in steering column, 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue
H1/11 Yellow/Red Relay COM Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil in steering column, 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue
H1/12 Brown/Red Relay N.O. Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil in steering column, 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue
H1/13 Red (+) W2W Only - 12 Volt VESCM above driver kick, white 73 pin plug, pin 1 + Red/White (40A)
H1/14 Black (-) W2W Only - Ground (chassis ground)
Output 12-pin red connector (H2)
Module Connects To
Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Ref.
H2/1 Black/White (-) Hazard Light Output Not Applicable
H2/2 Green/Black (-) PTS Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,
pin 13 - Violet
H2/3 Green/White (-) W2W Only - Door Output Remote Starter
H2/4 Red/Black (-) W2W Only - Trunk Output Remote Starter
H2/5 Violet/White (AC) W2W Only - Tach Output Remote Starter
H2/6 Gray (+) W2W Only - Brake Output Remote Starter
H2/7 Gray/Black (+) W2W Only - Ignition Output
H2/8 Violet/Green No Connection No Connection
H2/9 Violet/Brown (MUX) PTS Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,
pin 4 - Violet/Blue
H2/10 Yellow/Black No Connection No Connection
H2/11 Orange/Black No Connection No Connection
H2/12 Blue/Red (-) W2W Only - Hood Output Remote Starter